CVE-2016-8973

Name: CVE-2016-8973
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-03-20T16:59:01.733+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.67%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-8973 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Rhapsody DM 4.0, 5.0 and 6.0 contains an undisclosed vulnerability that may allow an authenticated user to upload infected malicious files to the server. IBM Reference #: 1999960.. EPSS estimates a 0.67% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Rhapsody DM 4.0, 5.0 and 6.0 contains an undisclosed vulnerability that may allow an authenticated user to upload infected malicious files to the server. IBM Reference #: 1999960.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.67%

47.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-434

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Rational Rhapsody Design Manager	4.0
Ibm	Rational Rhapsody Design Manager	4.0.1
Ibm	Rational Rhapsody Design Manager	4.0.2
Ibm	Rational Rhapsody Design Manager	4.0.3
Ibm	Rational Rhapsody Design Manager	4.0.4
Ibm	Rational Rhapsody Design Manager	4.0.5
Ibm	Rational Rhapsody Design Manager	4.0.6
Ibm	Rational Rhapsody Design Manager	4.0.7
Ibm	Rational Rhapsody Design Manager	5.0
Ibm	Rational Rhapsody Design Manager	5.0.1
Ibm	Rational Rhapsody Design Manager	5.0.2
Ibm	Rational Rhapsody Design Manager	6.0
Ibm	Rational Rhapsody Design Manager	6.0.1
Ibm	Rational Rhapsody Design Manager	6.0.2

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21999960Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96826Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21999960Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96826Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Mar 20, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-8973?

IBM Rhapsody DM 4.0, 5.0 and 6.0 contains an undisclosed vulnerability that may allow an authenticated user to upload infected malicious files to the server. IBM Reference #: 1999960.

How severe is CVE-2016-8973?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8973 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.67% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-8973?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2016-8973?

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Source: NVD / NIST